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john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:05:33 +0000

By Caroline Crumlish

carrowmenaghschool@yahoo.co.uk

CDDA

The next meeting of the CDDA will take place in Carrowmenagh Community Centre tomorrow evening, Thursday, May 1 at 8pm.

Grand Draw

Last few days to Grand Draw. Carrowmenagh FC have tickets out for their first Grand Draw ever. Prizes: first prize – Mitsubishi Colt; second prize – 2,000 euro cash; third prize – two nights in one of Donegal’s top hotels, Harvey’s Point, and twelve other fabulous prizes. Tickets are 20 euro each or three for 50 euro. Contact John McLaughlin (Twin), Club secretary – 086 8060348 / 9381150 or any other Club or committee member. Draw takes place this Sunday, May 4.

Father and Sons Project

New project for fathers of boys looking at how to prepare their sons with the right skills and awareness to cope with the challenges of the teenage years. Fathers, stepfathers and grandfathers of boys from the ages of five to 18 are welcome. For more information contact David Simpson on 074 93 81224.

A sponsored walk

A sponsored walk is being organised in aid of St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin and the Day Care Unit of the Oncology Ward in Letterkenny General Hospital. The walk will take place from Culdaff to Malin Via McSheffrey’s Bridge on Sunday, 18 May at 2pm. All welcome to take part. For sponsor cards Tel 074 9379166.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Annual tea day tomorrow (Thursday, May 1). If you would like to hold a tea day in your home, work place or group, Visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

Alan Doherty Fund

A Sponsored walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund will take place on Sunday, 18 May at 3pm. Leaving St. Mary’s Hall, Clonmany, Travelling via Binion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments. There is also a shorter walk available. Sponsors cards available from Eddie 9376781 or Breege 9376391.

Inishowen Gardening Club

Plant Sale will be held on Monday, May 26. Venue to be arranged

Gym Carndonagh

For toning, fat burn and cellulite busting, Bums N’Tums is the perfect class! Every Monday and Thursday at the Gym Carndonagh at 7-8pm.

Places are available for beginners Yoga which is on Wednesdays at 7pm. Tel 0749373373 or call to The Gym Carndonagh

Computer classes

Inishowen Development Partnership is currently recruiting participants who have previously completed the Teach programme to give them the opportunity to complete Fetac Level 4 Computer Applications from the comfort of their own homes. If you are interested in participating in this exciting course then contact Tutor Sinead McDaid on 086 8216306 or 9362218. It will be the first come, first served basis.

Lotto Draw

Carrowmenagh FC Lotto numbers drawn on April were: 4, 18, 19, 23. There was no Jackpot winner. Winners of 20 euro were Carrie McGonigle,℅ Cathal; Pat McDermott, Ard Foyle Moville; Emma Lynch, Terryrone; Anne McDermott, Glenagivney; Mick Crumlish Mossy Glen. The next draw will take place on Sunday, 20 April with a jackpot of 8,100 euro.

Golden Goal

The winner of the Glen Residents Group Golden Goal draw was Catherine McLaughlin on ticket number 41 with a prize of 40 euro.

Photography classes

Computer and Digital Photography classes are on offer in the Wesley Hall on a one to one basis. For further information or to book Tel 9329680.

Aware

For information on Depression Support Group and a listening ear call the Aware Helpline on 1890303302 or by email www.aware.ie. A support group for people who experience depression meets on the second and fourth Monday of every month at 7.30pm in the nursing unit McGinn Avenue, Buncrana. For information phone 0749735
030.

Caring for Elderly

If you would like more information regarding entitlements, respite support groups and other services Diane Donnelly will be holding a number of information Drop in Clinics in the Community Hospitals. Last Monday of every month, from 12-2pm and in the Carndonagh Community Hospital last Tuesday of every Month in the Buncrana Community Hospital. Any queries please contact Diane on 087 2770103.

If you would like to have anything included in the Tremone Notes please telephone 93 67251 with the details or e-mail them to carrowmenaghschool@yahoo.co.uk no later than 9.30 am on Friday.

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:05:19 +0000

Patrick Gormley

patrick7gormley@hotmail.com

Motor Neurone

Susan Tinney would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support in the Easter Egg Draw in aid of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. A grand total of 800 euro was raised from the draw for this worthy charity. our support is greatly appreciated. Thank you all.

Guitar lessons

Guitar Lessons for beginners start in mid-May in the St Johnston and Carrigans Family Resource Centre. For further enquiries and to register, please contact reception at 074 91 48551.

Church Draw

There was a draw held recently in support of the Taughboyne and Craigadooish Church of Ireland Churches. It took place on March 28. The first prize went to Pearl Duffy. Second prize to Renee Moore. Third prize, Shauna Faulkner. Fourth prize went to Michaela Mulrine. Fifth prize Melissa Tinney. Sixth prize to Wilbert McConnell. The organisers would like to say thanks to all who supported the draw and who helped in any way and a congratulations to the winners.

Forever Crafts

On Saturday, April 19, Forever Crafts, hosted one of two of its annual craft fairs. This was held in the lecture hall and car park of the Presbyterian Church, St Johnston. The Fayre was held in the hall and the car boot sale was held in the car park. A huge variety of homemade crafts were on sale and lots of variety at the car boot sale too. Proceeds of the event will be forwarded to the Oncology Unit at Letterkenny General Hospital. Already the count is at 1,000 euro and there are still further pledges to come. Two of Forever Craft’s members recently attended a gathering of representatives of groups involved in cross-border initiatives which took place in Lusty Beg Centre in Co Fermanagh and enjoyed renewing acquaintances. Sourcing craft materials is sometimes difficult for our members so we attended the Stitch and Creative Crafts Show in Belfast on Saturday April 12. We were pleased to be joined on the trip by other crafting friends.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Maggies Tavern, Carrickmore, St Johnston, is hosting an Alzheimer’s Tea Day on Saturday, May 3. From noon to 2pm. Please come along and support this very worthy cause.

Summer Playscheme

The Summer Playscheme is a very important part of the year for the young people of St Johnston and Carrigans. It is always an outstanding success. The Resource Centre would like to hear from people who are interested in helping out. If you are interested then here is a date for your diary. There will be a public meeting in relation to the plays cheme for all who are interested in getting involved on Tuesday, May 6 at 7.00 pm.

Newsletter

The current edition of the St Johnston and Carrigans Family Resource Newsletter is now available from the usual outlets – Resource Centre etc. It is a free publication so please take one.

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:05:05 +0000

By Teresa McDaid

teresabreege@yahoo.co.uk

Football

Sports Day is just around the corner now as we head in to the month of May. As usual it will be on the Whit weekend which is Sunday, June 1. It is now only 4 and a half weeks away so the committee will be busy over the next few weeks making their preparations. Keep your diary free that weekend. Anyone who wants to help out on the day should make themselves available as soon as possible to ensure the day itself runs off smoothly. Under-age football is now up and running and teams are doing well and making progress. The Under 14 Futsol team did us all proud last wek when they won their section of the competition in Maginn Park. Congragulations to ll involved. Parents should come along and cheer on the youth teams, as the standard of play is very high indeed. Next Sunday sees us play Clonmany in the final of the Credit Union Cup. Again please ensure you buy your tickert from the club rather than pay at the gate as we have a lot of tickets to sell. There is still a lot to play for on different fronts so let’s hope we have get off to a good start on Sunday next. A large crowd is expected and a good game is anticipated also.

Teenage disco

There will be a teenage disco in aid of the Carndonagh Boxing Club in Tul Na Ri Carndonagh on Friday May 2^nd from 9.15pm-11.15pm. Strictly no alcohol. Music is by DJ Steve and admission will be 5Euro.

Dance:

There will be a fundraising dance in aid of Self Help Development International on Friday, May 2. It will take place in Foody’s Lodge from 9.30pm-1am. Music by Leslie Matthews and guests.

Admission is 5 Euro and spot prizes will be raffled on the night. Everyone welcome to come along and enjoy a great night’s craic.

Notes Anyone who would like to put anything into the Redcastle notes please conatct 074 9382374 thank you.

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:04:50 +0000

NCDI gala ball

The second Newtowncunningham Community Development Initiative gala ball took place on last Saturday in An Grianán Hotel, Burt. The theme for the ball was a black diamond affair, with guests enjoying a champagne reception followed by an excellent four course meal with wine and dancing with the Streetlife band providing excellent music. The event was to raise funds for NCDI so that the project can sustain itself until we can secure funding from an application we have submitted for a resource centre. NCDI has charitable status so therefore all who donate monies to their organisation can recoup a percentage of their donation from the Revenue commissioners. The local businesses rallied to participate in the event and support NCDI. More details on the ball next week.

Mission

The mission begins in the Church of All Saints, Newtowncunningham on Saturday, May 3 at the Vigil Mass at 7:30pm. One of the mission priests will preach at all three of the weekend masses, which will begin the mission. The week following will be the Visitation week of the mission when every house in the parish will be visited, a prayer said, and a blessing given. There will be a team of missionaries–laity, sisters and priests.

Summer Playscheme

Summer playscheme registration will take place on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, May 6, 7, 8 in the NCDI centre from 10am-4pm, also Saturday, May 10, 10am-1pm. Children from the Newtown address or who attend any of the primary schools or playgroup are eligible to register. The playscheme will be one week duration and will take place on the week beginning July 7. Registration fee 30 euros per child. A public meeting will be held on Monday 14April at 8pm in the NCDI centre to begin planning and organising.

Transport talks

The three consultations arranged are as follows:

Monday, May 12 at 7.30pm, Tullyarvan Mill, Buncrana;

Tuesday, May 13at 7.30pm, Bocan Hall, Culdaff;

Wednesday, May 14 at 7.30pm, Quigley’s Point Community Centre.

For further information contact Pauline/John at Inishowen Development Partnership at 07493-62218

Camera Club

A meeting of the Camera Club Inishowen will take place tomorrow, May 1

in Serenity House, Moville starting at 7.30pm. All welcome to join or to just visit us. If you would like anything included in the notes, please tel. Annette Burke on 074 9156221 or email gburke@eircom.net

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:04:11 +0000

Well Done

Well done to Malin Head Youth Club for the beautiful arrangements of flowers and shrubs recently planted in the grounds of Star of the Sea Church, Malin Head. They add much beauty and fragrance to the entrance of the church.

Charity Auction

In aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research to be held in Tullys Bar, Carndonagh on Sunday next May 4starting at 6pm. Many items to be auctioned including a helicopter ride, signed sporting and showband memorabilia, a full day pass to Rally School Ireland, weekend breaks, VIP ticket to Villa Park.

Come along and treat yourself or a loved one to a fantastic present while helping a very worthy cause.

Death

The death took place in Boston of Rodger Houton, of Hyde Park, formerly of Ballyhelion, Malin Head, and Jamaica Plain, on April 10. Rodger Houton was born in Malin Head, on January 27, 1924 to Rose Ann Houton (Doherty) and James Houton. He was one of eight children. His brothers were Bernard(Barney) who died in 2004, Thomas who died in 2002, and Daniel who died in 1981. His sisters are Mary (Cullen) the only surviving sibling in the US, Ellen (Curran) who died in the US in 2007, Bridget(McLaughlin) who lives in Canada, and Annie(Hunter) of Slieveban, Malin Head. Rodger was a hard-working man his entire life and was off working in Scotland at the age of 14. He emigrated to Boston, Massachusetts in 1948 where he met and married his wife Kathleen Nevin, originally from Co. Roscommon on May 24, 1954, but has been back to his birthplace several times since. He was a retired Boston Gas employee with 42 years of service. He loved telling stories and reminiscing about Ireland. He was an avid sports fan. He also enjoyed the company of his friends, Irish music, dancing and a good joke. His Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Dedham, and interment took place in New Calvary Cemetery. Sympathy is extended to his sons and daughters Geraldine M. Curran and her husband Paul of Hyde Park, Denis C. and Anne Houton of Jamaica Plain, Kathy A. Davis and her husband Jim of Nashua, NH, and James P. and his wife Vici of Appleton, Wisconsin; his sisters Mary Cullen of Jamaica Plain, Bridget McLaughlin of Canada, and Annie Hunter, Slieveban, Malin Head, 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, all his nieces and nephews in Ireland, the U.S. and Canada, and his many relations. He was pre-deceased by his wife Kathleen 30 years ago, and also his brothers and sister: the late Thomas Houton, Barney Houton, Ellen Curran and Daniel Houton.

Well done

Well done to Kieran O’Connor Farren, Slieveban, Malin Head, who was boxing in the junior cadets section in the National Stadium, Dublin last weekend. He was beaten at the semi-final stage. His season is now over after a very successful year in which he was crowned Ulster champion and got to an all Ireland final at boy 2, 48 kilos. His parents, Kelly Anne and Robert wish to thank his coaches at Carndonagh ABC for taking him to all the tournaments throughout the year.

Pilgrimage to Malin Well

The Annual Pilgrimage to the ruined Church and Grotto at Malin Well will take place on Sunday, May 11, leaving the Star of the Sea Church, Malin Head at 3pm. A minibus will be provided for those who have difficulty walking.

Tenders Invited

Tenders are invited from interested parties regarding proposed works to be completed at St. Mary’s NS Malin Head during July/August 2008. Details available from school during school hours. Closing date for receipt of quotations is this Friday 2 May.

Fashion and beauty

A fabulous fashion and beauty night will be held in the Ballyliffin Lodge on Thursday, May 1 at 8pm in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must-haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies. Tickets available in usual local outlets, playgroup and with all contributors.

Teen Disco

A May Bank Holiday Teen Disco will be held in Tul na Ri, Carndonagh on Friday May 2, from 9.15 – 11.15pm. Music by DJ Steve. In aid of Carndonagh Boxing Club. Strictly no alcohol.

CCS School Reunion

Did you start C.C.S. in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so, there is a ten year reunion planned for Sunday May 4 in the Ballyliffin Hotel. Tickets are 25 euro for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Valu-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris’ Shop, Moville. Tickets to be bought by 27 April. All proceeds to charity.

Daredevil Karl

A Malin Head man is searching for daredevil types to help him break an Irish record. Skydiver Karl Carey needs 100 people to jump out of a plane with him on Friday August 1. The record-breaking charity attempt is part of the annual Irish Skydiving Festival. The day will benefit charities all over Ireland and raise thousands of euro for their great causes.

Karl began skydiving ten years ago at the Irish Parachute Club in County Offaly, and has logged over 1,300 jumps. He is a fully qualified skydiving instructor and tandem master. He has a business called Skydive 4 Charity which gives members of the public the chance to experience skydiving.

Karl now lives in Naas, Co Kildare. He originally lived in Carnmalin, Malin Head, the son of Aidan and Maureen Carey, and brother of Mark, Janine and Malcolm.

If you are brave enough to take Karl up on his charity challenge, register by visiting www.skydive4charity.ie or call 1890 804100.

Transport Consultation

The Inishowen Development Partnership is now consulting with the community throughout Inishowen in order to ascertain transport needs in the peninsula and to draw up an effective plan to address those gaps in transport that impact most on the community. This is part of the Rural Transport Programme which is a national programme that supports the provision of public/community transport in rural areas. The three consultations arranged are as follows: on Monday May 12 at 7.30 pm in Tullyarvan Mill, Buncrana; on Tuesday May 13 at 7.30 pm, in Bocan Hall, Culdaff; on Wednesday May 14 at 7.30 pm in Quigley’s Point Community Centre, Quigley’s Point. For further information contact Pauline or John at Inishowen Development Partnership at 07493-62218

Camera Club Meeting

A meeting of the Camera Club Inishowen will take place on May 1, in Serenity House, Moville, starting at 7.30pm. All welcome to join or to just visit us.

Hydrographic Survey

The Marine Institute are conducting a hydrographic survey operation off the north coast of Donegal between 10 April and 9 May, mapping the seabed from Inishowen Head to Tory Island. The Celtic Voyager commenced working from Inishowen Head to Culdaff and Inistrahull. Over the last week the vessel was to be seen working between Killourt Bay and Tullagh Point. Information collated will be published online in June.

Alzheimer Tea Day

This year Alzheimer’s Tea Day will be held on this Thursday 1 May. This fundraising provides a lifeline for people with dementia and their families. Register to host an Alzheimer Tea Day in your area or workplace by calling www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

The Carndonagh Active Retirement Group will hold a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society in the Wesley Hall Basement on Thursday May 1 from 10.30am. to 4.30pm.

New Film

A movie set to be shot in Inishowen will feature Malin Head when it commences shooting in May. The Canada-based Sepia Films and Octagon Films Ireland will shoot A Shine of Rainbows, a family film. The film wil
l be shot over 12 weeks and 66 people will be involved. The new movie will feature areas around Malin Head, the Isle of Doagh, Leenan and Buncrana. The team are currently recruiting extras for the film.

Accommodation Wanted

Accomodation is required for the Irish Seniors Golf Open which will be held in Ballyliffin Golf Club in mid-June this year. Anyone with a suitable house to let between Monday 16 June and Sunday 22 June should forward details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on 9376119.

Sponsored Walk

A Sponsored Walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund will be held on Sunday 18 May at 3pm, leaving St. Mary’s Hall, Clonmany via Binion and Tullagh and the Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments. A shorter route is also available. Music and raffle in James Tams at 10.30pm. All sponsor cards will be entered into a draw. Sponsorship cards are available from Eddie on 9376781 and Breedge on 9376391

Sports Field Draw

Malin Head Community Sports Committee run a Draw for a weekly prize of 500 euro. The draw on Saturday, April 26 was held in Farrens’ Bar and the lucky winner was Denis Kelly, Killourt, Malin Head, with ticket number 6. Next week’s draw will be held in the Crossroads Inn.

Carndonagh Feis

The Carndonagh Feis will be held this year on Friday 20, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 of June. The Feis Syllabus will be sent out to all the local schools and the closing date for entries will be this Friday, May 2 and could all cups/shields be returned on or by that day to Karen Mc Laughlin, Malin Road, Carndonagh 087 2987370 (200 yards down the Malin Road from the roundabout on left hand side with red front door.)

Senior Ladies GAA Training

Training for Senior Ladies is held on every Saturday at 5pm in the GAA Centre, Malin. All ladies welcome.

Whist

The weekly Whist has a new venue. Whist is held every Monday night at 8pm in St Mary’s National School, Malin Head while renovations get underway in Malin Head Community Hall. Prizewinners for Monday April 21 are: 1. Hannah Hunter, Moss Road. 2. Shared by P Mc Cool, Carndonagh and Rita Harvey, Buncrana.

Lowest score: Annie Hunter, Slieveban, Malin Head.

Jackpot: Celia Logue, Ballygorman.

Knockout: 1. Annie Hunter, Slieveban and John Doherty, (B.), Westown. 2. Francis Kelly, Glengad, and Theresa Doherty, Sheskin, Bree.

Raffle: 1. Michelle Hunter, Slieveban. 2 and 3. Mary B. Houton, Middletown.

Parish Draw

The winners of the Malin Parish Draw for week ended Sunday 27 April are: 1. 200 euro: Jane Regan, 7 Village, Malin; 2. 130 euro, Nuala Doherty; 3. 65 euro: Eileen Mc Laughlin, Malin.

Bingo Winners

The winners at Malin Bingo for Sunday 27 April are:

130 euro: Mary Crumlish, Moville; Sadie Mc Gonagle, Glengad; James McDaid, Glengad; 65 euro: Bernadette Donaghey, Gleneely; Margaret Mc Geoghegan, Malin.

The Snowball next week is 500 euro on 46 numbers, or 300 euro on 48 numbers.

GAA Lotto

The Malin GAA Lotto Jackpot was not won on Sunday 27 April. The bonus prize was won by Frances Mc Laughlin, Templemoyle, Culdaff. The Jackpot for next week is 1,300 euro.

GAA Opening

The Grand Opening of the GAA Centre in Malin will be held this Sunday, May 4, the May Bank Holiday weekend. An Inishowen Select side will play the Donegal senior team in honour of the occasion.

Pilgrimage

Derry Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes (16-21 July): Application forms are available for any young person (14/15 years of age) who would like to go on the pilgrimage. For further information contact 048-71-260293.

Flower Festival

A Place Apart: International Flower Festival will be hosted at the Loreto House, Linsfort, Buncrana from Friday, May 2 to Monday, May 5 May, Friday – Sunday 10am-7pm. Monday 10am -5pm. Demonstrations running all through the weekend. For more details and bookings. Telephone 074 9362204. Admission 10 euro. Refreshments available.

Mass for Deaf

Deaf Chaplaincy: There will be a Mass for the Profoundly Deaf in the Nazareth House Chapel, Derry on Sunday, May 4 at 3pm.

The Job Club Centre – Where Job Hunters Go! The Job Club Centre, Inishowen Partnership are starting a NEW programme in Carndonagh. We welcome all those who are currently looking for a job to contact us. We can provide you with the services and support you will need in order to help you secure the right job. For an information leaflet or for more details please call Aisling/Noreen on (074) 9361376. Be sure to book your place early to avoid disappointment.

Culdaff Walking Route

Culdaff Slí na Sláinte walking route will be launched on Thursday 1May at 11.30am at Caratra, Culdaff. Come along and bring a friend. Refreshments in the Wee Hall after walk.

Culdaff Road Races

Inishowen Athletics Club will hold 5k and one-mile races on May 9. The juvenile race, age 11yrs to 16 years, begins at 7.30pm at the Post Office, Culdaff. The 5k race begins at 7.30 with the walkers taking off first. Walkers are encouraged to take part and are most welcome. Runners start at 7.45pm. All events start and finish at Culdaff Post Office. For more details ring 086 3426698.

Depression Support Group

For those who experience depression a Support Group meets on the second and fourth Monday of every month at 7.30pm in the Nursing Unit, Maginn Avenue, Buncrana. If yoy need a listening ear call the Aware helpline on 1890 303 302 or visit www.aware.ie

Carers’ Information

For information for those caring for an older person Drop in Clinics will be held on the last Monday of each month in Carndonagh Community Hospital. For further information contact 087 2770103.

TEACH Laptop Project – FETAC Level 4 Inishowen Development Partnership is currently recruiting participants who have previously completed the TEACH Programme the opportunity to complete FETAC Level 4 (Computer Applications) from the comfort of their own homes. It’s the next step up from TEACH, an opportunity to learn more about computers. It will involve learning three new packages: Excel, Databases and PowerPoint and as well as recapping on the skills you have already learned. Its FETAC certified, comprising of 3 exams which means you will all have a recognised qualification at the end of it. The course will be the same format as before, training in the home, 2_{and a half}to 3 hours a week. They can be up to 4 to 6 participants per group. The course will run for 15 weeks, it will commence in April. If you are interested in participating in this exciting course, contact Tutor: Sinead McDaid on (086 821 6306) or (93 62218). It will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Get Fit

For toning, fat burn and cellulite busting, Bums N’ Tums is the perfect class! Every Monday and Thursday at The Gym Carndonagh at 7 pm- 8pm. Places also available for Beginners Yoga which is on Wednesdays at 7pm. Ring 074-9373373 or call into The Gym, Carndonagh.

Volunteers Needed

Inishowen Women’s Outreach would appreciate a couple of hours of your spare time and are seeking volunteers for some of the services it provides: Helpline – Listening Ear – Advocacy – Court Accompaniment – Support Group – Counselling for Women – Counselling for Children – Awareness Raising. Closing date for next training is March 20. If you are interested please contact us on 074 93 73337 Monday – Friday from 10am.

Would you like to include something in the Malin Head notes? Contact 9370263 or e-mail inse@eircom.net

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:03:56 +0000

Congratulations

Congratulations to Odhran McLaughlin, Gleneely, Coyle School; 1^st in Horn Pipe and 4^th in Boys Championship, under 13 at the All Ireland and International Dancing Championships in Castlebar.

Old Time Dancing

Old Time Dancing for beginners in The Wee Hall Culdaff every 2^nd and 4^th Thursday from 8.30 to 10.30. Admission is just 5 euro. Tea and biscuits served. Come along and enjoy the craic. All most welcome.

Forty Five Card Drive

Forty Five Card Drive winners in Gleneely last week were Gerard Doherty, Ourt, Brian Diver, Crana View, Buncrana, Neil McCallion, Kindroyhead and Victor Long, Carrahuney, Gleneely.

ICR Annual General Meeting

The Annual General Meeting of the Inishowen Community Radio (ICR) will take place on Thursday, May 8 at 7pm, in the offices of the Inishowen Development Partnership formerly the I.R.D in Pound Street, Carndonagh. Everyone is welcome to come along to the meeting and as always any community group that wishes to become community group members of the station only pay an annual 20 euro member fee.

McGuiness Bar Golfing Society

The next outing of the McGuiness Bar Golfing Society is on the May Bank Holiday weekend and is limited to thirty members. It is an overnight trip to Mayo to play Westport on (Saturday) and Ballinrobe (Sunday) before returning home on Monday. All interested in going must forward relevant fees to Captain Mr John O’Kane before Sunday, April 27.

Community Employment Project

A new community employment project is due to commence in the area shortly. This project will be based in Culdaff, Gleneely and Carrowmena areas. If you are interested please contact Ann McDaid on 93 79832 or Carrowmenagh Community Centre on 93 67251, with your name and PPS number, FAS criteria apply.

Gleneely Colts FC

Gleneely Colts FC will hold their Annual Night at the Races on Sunday, May 4. Horses are now on sale priced at 15 euro each. Your support would be much appreciated.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Alzheimer’s Tea Day be held on Thursday, May 1 to register to host a party in your home or work place. Call 284 6616, please support.

Road Race

Culdaff 5K and Juvenile one mile road race takes place on Friday May 9 at Culdaff Post Office, Entry fee is 8 euro for the 5k, five euros for the 1 mile races, Details from 086 346698.

Whist Drive

Whist Drive winners in Bocan Hall on Friday night were; 1^st Congratulations to James McConnalogue, Cashel, Gleneely on winning the snowball, 2^nd Michael O’Donnell, Ballybeg, Carndonagh, 3^rd Fr Jim McGonalge Parochial House, Bocan. Other winners were Vera Doherty, Terrawee, Betty Houten, Culdaff, Michael McCormick, Moville, Corney McFeeley, Bunagee, Ellen Ann Lafferty, Glengad, John Doherty, Carrowmore, Ernie McLucas, Carn, Patrica Harkin, Muff, Culdaff, Carrie McLaughlin, Culdaff, Mary Ellen Ruddy. Ballybawn, and John Duffy, Derry. Draw winners Rita McCormick, Moville, Betty Houten, Culdaff, and Mickey McCormick, Moville. Snowball this week is 30 euro for a score of 190 euro or more. Whist every Friday night at 8.45pm in Bocan Hall.

Car Boot Sale

Car Boot Sale on Sunday June 1 at 2pm at Bocan Hall to book a table or reserve a parking place contact Angela on 087 9028930 or Caroline on 086 8872073. If you have any thing that you think might be saleable then don’t get rid of it contact the above numbers to arrange collection.

Bocan Community Playgroup

Anyone who is interested in sending your child to the playgroup in September contact Vera on 087 97445381.

Sponsored Walk

A Sponsored Walk is being organised in aid of St Luke’s Hospital Dublin and the Day Care Unit of the Oncology Unit in Letterkenny Hospital. The walk will take place from Culdaff to Malin and back via McSheffreys Bridge on May 18, 2pm. All welcome ring 9379166.

Election to the Parish Council

The following have accepted their election to the Parish Council Gleneely School area. Hubert McLaughlin, Gleneely, Liam McKinney, Bootagh, Tommy Lafferty, Moneydarragh, Michael McLaughlin, Orable, Denis McDaid, Ourt, Brigid Millar, Moneydarragh, Culdaff, School, area Michael Doherty, Bungee, Philomena, O ‘Brien, Culdaff, John O’Kane, Terscullion, Denis O’Connor, Culdaff, Mary McLaughlin, Dunross, Mickey McGonigle, Glenkeen. A further eight members will be co-opted to cater for the area age.

Carndonagh Community School Reunion

Did you start CCS in 1993? Did you sit the leaving cert in 1998? If so there is a 10year reunion planned for Sunday, May 4 in the Ballyliffin Hotel. Tickets are 25 euro for dinner, band and disco and are on sale in Valu Clean Carndonagh. Tickets should be purchased by 27 April and all proceeds are for charity.

Gleneely Cols FC Development Draw

The winners were 1^st 15,000 euro, Brendan McDaid, Cockhill Road, Buncrana, 2^nd 5,000 euro, Fr Jim McGonagle, Parochial House, Culdaff, 3^rd 3,000 euro, Paddy Mc Conalogue, Coolcross, Clonmany, 4^th 1,000 euro, Paddy McLaughlin, Corner House, Gleneely, 5^th 1,000 euro, Donal Gibson and Teresa Carrickbrack, Convoy, 6^th 500 euro, Paul McLaughlin, c/o Carricks Bar, Gleneely, 7^th 500 euro, Edward and Catherine McGeoghegan, Moneydarragh, Gleneely, 8^th 200 euro Canice McElhinney, Teranerry, Gleneely, 9^th Margaret McGrenaghan, Kilmarco, Culdaff, 10^th 200 euro Charles Doherty, Oldtown, Culdaff, 11^th 200 euro Shaun McLaughlin, Shantla, Culkeeny, Malin, 12^th 200 euro, Oswald Mc Dermott, Moneydarragh, Gleneely. The Gleneely Colts Football team wishes to thank all who supported the draw in any way. The numbers drawn in the Gleneely FC Lotto last week were 2, 5, 13 and 15. There was no jackpot winner and the 20 euro winners were; Brendan McKinley, Ballymena, Culkeeney, Samuel Hutchinson, Moneydarragh, Gleneely, Leanee McHugh, 16 Jemstone Park, Gleneely, Mark McLaughlin, Garrowreagh, Gleneelym Harry McLaughlin, Gleneely. Next week the jackpot is 3,300 euro and the draw will take place in Carricks Bar on Sunday night. Gleneely Colts Annual General Meeting will take place in the Club House on Saturday, May 17 at 7pm. Everyone welcome.

Culdaff FC

The numbers drawn on April 20 for Culdaff FC were 1, 4, 9, 11, 12 and13. There was no jackpot winner. The twenty euro winners were Mrs E Johnson, Culdaff, Cathal McGonigle, Carrowmena, Anne Lynch, Culdaff. Next weeks jackpot is now 3,450 euro. The club is introducing a new yearly lotto with a special discount price of eighty euro per year. New envelopes are available from the Club Members. New envelopes can be entered in the draw at any time and will last for a year.

Below the Belt

Below the Belt weigh in, work out continues every Tuesday at The Gym, Mart Road, Carndonagh, at 8.30pm. Aerobics, same place, same day at 7.30pm. All are most welcome.

Bocan Community Play Group

Bocan Community Playgroup will have an open day on Friday May 2 at 10am to noon for children who will be attending the playgroup from September.

Sponsored Walk

There will be a Sponsored Walk in aid of Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday, May 18 at 3pm. It will leave St.Mary’s Hall Clonmany via Binion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments after. There is also a shorter walk available. Music and raffles by James at 10.30pm. All cards returned will be entered into a draw. Cards are available from Eddie on 93 76781 or Breege on 93 76391. Come along and support this worthy cause.

Teenage Disco

May Bank Holiday Teenage Disco in Tul na Ri on Friday May 2 from 9.15 to 11.15pm. Admission is 5 euro. Strictly no alcohol. Music by D.J Steve. All in aid of Carn Boxing Club.

Forty Five Card Drive

Forty Five Card Drive winners in Gleneely on Tuesday, April 22 were Jim Doherty, Terryone, Moville, Gerard Doherty, Ourt, Gleneely and Paul McElhinney, Moneydarragh, Gleneely.

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:03:43 +0000

Sliabh Sneacht Challenge

The Annual Sliabh Sneacht Challenge bike race and Hill climb for the Eamonn Noone Memorial Perpetual Trophy at the North Pole bar takes place this Sunday May 4 at 2pm. Leisure cyclists, walkers or hill climbers are very welcome to come along on the day. For more information call 9363844

The Job Club Centre

The Job Club Centre, Inishowen Partnership, are starting a NEW programme in Carndonagh and Buncrana. We welcome all those who are currently looking for a job to contact us. We can provide you with the services and support you will need in order to help you secure the right job. For an information leaflet or for more details please call Aisling/Noreen on (074) 9361376. Be sure to book your place early to avoid disappointment.

Alzheimer’s tea day

Alzheimer’s National Tea/Coffee Morning takes place in St Mary’s Hall, Clonmany on Thursday May 1 from 11am – 2pm. All proceeds in aid of Alzheimer’s Association. All welcome so why not drop-in and enjoy a cuppa while supporting this worthy cause.

Club Iorras

The Club Iorras winners this month were Jimmy Donaghey, Dunaff – 50 euro; Kieran Friel, Dunaff – 30 euro and Eilish Doherty, Letter – 20 euro. If you would like to join Club Iorras contact Edward McLaughlin or John Friel and furnish them with your details.

Golden Oldies Disco

The parents committee have organised a Golden Oldies Disco (due to popular demand) in The Ballyliffin Hotel on Saturday May 10 with D.J. Martin. The doors open at 11pm with admission on the night priced at 8 euro.

Clonmany Town Renewal Committee

The new plan for the Market Square and its environs is now on display in Clonmany Post Office for all Clonmany’s residents to view.

Charity Auction

In aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research to be held in Tully’s Bar, Carndonagh on Sunday, May 4 starting at 6pm. Many items to be auctioned including a helicopter ride, signed sporting and showband memorabilia, a full day pass to Rally School Ireland, weekend breaks, VIP ticket to Villa Park.

Come along and treat yourself or a loved one to a fantastic present while helping a very worthy cause.

Camera Club Inishowen

A meeting of the Camera Club Inishowen will take place on Thursday, May 1 in Serenity House, Moville starting at 7.30pm. All welcome to join or to just visit us.

Carndonagh Community School Reunion

Did you start CCS in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so there is a 10 year reunion in The Ballyliffin Hotel on Sunday, May 4. Tickets are 25 euro for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Value-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris’ Shop, Moville. Tickets need to be bought by April 27. All proceeds are going to Charity.

Fashion night

There will be a fabulous fashion and beauty night in the Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on Thursday. May 1 at 8pm, in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies!!! Tickets are available in all the usual local outlets, from the playgroup and all contributors.

Activity Club

Activity Club beginning soon in Clonmany for children aged 5 – 12 years. Anyone interested please contact 0863336517 or 0861064173 Monday to Friday between 10am and 6pm.

Tea Day

The Carndonagh Active Retirement Group will hold a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society in the Wesley Hall downstairs, this Thursday, May 1 from 10.30am to 4.30pm Please support.

Fashion night

Will take place in the Ballyliffen lodge this Thursday, May 1 at 8pm in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies. Tickets available in usual local outlets, playgroup and with all contributors.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

This is a lifeline for people with dementia and their families. Make this the “biggest brew” ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place this Thursday, May 1. Call 284-6616 or visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

Dancing Classes

Come along and learn to boogie downstairs in the Wesley Hall on Monday nights at 8.30pm. Sponsored by Donegal VEC.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

Do they scare you? Don’t worry classes are on offer in the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis, for further information tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

Intermediate First Aid

Will commence in the Wesley Hall on Thursday, May 15, booking is essential as places are limited. Telephone 9329680. This is a certified course, part funded by the Donegal VEC. Cost is 60 euro for 8 weeks.

Carndonagh Parish CE Project.

A place has arisen for a Community Employment office worker with good computer skills, on the Parish Project. Usual FAS conditions apply. Tel 0868381635.

Teenage disco

Will take place in Tul na Ri this Friday, May 2, from 9.15 –11.15pm, strictly no alcohol. Music by DJ Steve, all proceeds in aid of Carndonagh boxing club.

ICR AGM

Will take place on Thursday, May 8 at 7.30pm in the IDP offices (formerly the IRDL) in Pound Street Carndonagh. All are welcome.

Inishowen Gardening Club

Plant sale will be held on Monday, May 26. Venue to be arranged.

Facilities for kids

Are you concerned about lack of facilities for your 11-14 year old ? Could we work together as parents to find a safe place for them to meet? If interested a meeting will be held at 1 New Park, Carndonagh at 7.30pm tonight )Wednesday, April 30).

CCS Reunion

Did you start C.C.S. in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so, there is a ten-year reunion planned for Sunday May 4, in the Ballyliffen Hotel. Tickets are 25 euro for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Valu-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris Shop, Moville. Tickets to be purchased as soon as possible. All proceeds to Charity.

Carnival Classes

Carnival Classes at the Inishowen Carnival, Carndonagh: April to June. Inishowen Gospel Choir, Mondays from 7pm – 9pm Children’s Art Classes, Tuesdays 4pm – 5.30pm for age 7 – 12 Youth Gospel Choir, Tuesdays 6pm – 8pm for age 12-18. Inishowen Speech and Drama, Wednesdays age 5-7: 3.30 – 4.30 and age 8+:4.30- 5.30pm. Adult Percussion Class, Thursdays from May, 1 7-9pm, for age 16+. Stilt walking, Thursdays from May, 1, 7-9pm, for age 16+.For more information on any of these classes contact the carnival office at 9373375 or check out the activities page on the carnival website www.inishowencarnival.com

Concert series

The Da Capo Concert Series, commences with a recital in the Fowler Hall, Tooban, Fahan, this Friday, May 2 at 7.30pm. It will feature the young international Binneas Quartet, and the traditional sean-nos singer Eilín Ní Bheaglaoich. The programme includes music from Haydn to Piazzolla, and will premier songs from Ní Bheaglaoich’s native Sean-Nós tradition arranged for string quartet and voice by John Lynch. Tickets 10/5 euro concession Tel. 087 2259858 or 9383734 for bookings

Charity auction

In aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research to be held in Tullys Bar, Carndonagh on Sunday, May 4, starting at 6pm. Items to be auctioned include a helicopter ride, VIP tickets to Villa Park, weekend breaks, signed sporting and showband memorabilia, a full day pass for Rally School Ireland, plus many more. Come along and buy a fantastic present for that special person in your life, or indeed treat yourself while helping a very worthy cause

Wildlife Club

The Inishowen Wildlife Club are hosting a talk by Lorcan O’Toole. Manager of the Golden Eagle introduction project, in Fort Dunree Museum this Friday, May 2 at 8pm. Admission Free. All welcome. www.inishowenwildlifeclub.com

Sponsored Walk

A sponsored walk in Aid of Alan Doherty Fund will take place on Sunday, May 18, at 3pm Leaving St Mary’s Hall Clonmany via Binnion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments, music and raffle in James Tams at 10.30pm. All cards returned will be entered into a draw. Also shorter routes available. Cards available from Eddie 93 76781 or Briege 93 76391. Please support this worthy cause.

Weekday mass times

There will be mass on Monday to Thursday at 10am. Mass on Friday will take place at 8pm Confessions will take place on Friday from 7pm – 7.45pm and Saturday 6pm to 6.45pm. Parochial House 9374104.

Deaf Chaplaincy

There will be a mass for the profoundly deaf in the Nazareth House Chapel on Sunday, May 4 at 3pm.

Results of Parish Draw

1^st Prize 250 euro Pat & Shelia McDaid, Drogheda, Promoter Margaret McLaughlin. 2^nd Prize 125 euro, Sionainn McLaughlin, Milltown. Promoter Shelia McLaughlin. 3^rd Prize 65 euro, Mark McLaughlin, Ballyloskey, Promoter Patricia McLaughlin and 4^th Prize 65 euro, Susan Long, Glenmakee, Promoter Mary Doherty (W). Congratulations to all.

Confirmations

Confirmation stook place here on Saturday with Bishop Francis Lagan. Congratulations to all the boys and girls. First Holy Communion takes place on Saturday, May 17 at 11am.

Special thanks

The St Vincent de Paul Society would like to thank you for your generous contribution to their Uganda appeal – the amount raised was 1,761 euro. Your generosity was greatly appreciated.

Good As New

For Alzheimer’s Society (Donegal Branch) is open downstairs at Chinese Cafe on Bridge St. Carndonagh. All donations of clothes and bric a brac welcome. Contact Anna at 087 6292125. Please support this worthy cause and remember those who can’t remember for themselves.

Good as New

In aid of the Methodist Church Hall Fund, is situated behind Mae’s in the Diamond. Come in and pick up a bargain.

GAA

U-14 boys’ football training each Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Eligible players should be attending secondary school. The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 14, 4, 8, 13 and 9. There was no jackpot winner. The 75 euro went
to Bernie McLaughlin, 22 Convent Road, Carndonagh. 30 euro to McGonagle’s Bar, Carndonagh. 15 euro to Seamus Callaghan, Tervoil, Carndonagh. Michael Breslin, Muff, Co. Donegal and Eugene Hughes, Carndonagh.

Business course

The Post Leaving Certificate Department (PLC) is offering a course in Business Administration with Tourism in the Academic Year 08/09 (FETAC LEVEL 50. The course consists of modules in Administration, Word and Text Processing, Accounting, Spreadsheets, Databases, and Communications. Work placement in local business firm is also included. PLC students may also repeat Leaving Certificate Maths while doing this course.

The course will be of interest to:

§ Students with a leaving cert who wish to progress to Third Level education but who have inadequate CAO points.

§ Individuals who wish to improve their chances of direct employment

§ Mature students wishing to return to education and gain a nationally recognised qualification.

Successful completions of our course this year may allow students to gain direct entry to Business degree courses in Institutes of Technology such as LYIT irrespective of their Leaving Certificate results. Students may also progress to degree courses in other disciplines,

In Ireland at present, up to three quarters of IT jobs advertised remain unfilled due to a shortage of skilled computer personnel. Since there are many computer modules on our course our students should have little difficulty in getting employment in this area.

Application forms with further information are available by phoning the school at 074 93 74260.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please telephone 9374725 or email the above address before 8pm on Thursday.

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:03:12 +0000

Sympathy

Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Brendan Campbell, Bohillion, Burt, who died during the week.

Confirmation

Through the years there has been a great tradition by parents and the community who help with the tea in the Fowler Hall after the confirmation ceremony. Once again, your support – by baking buns, cakes etc – would be very much appreciated. These items can be left in the Fowler Hall after 10am on Saturday, May 10.

First Anniversary Mass

First Anniversary Mass for Gerry McIntyre on Friday, May 2 in the Parish Church at 8pm.

Month’s Mind Mass

Month’s Mind Mass for Eunan Hegarty on Saturday, May 3 at 8pm in the Parish Church.

Book Sale.

The hugely successful Burt sale in Burt Hall raised a massive 2,830 euro for the Oncology Unit in Letterkenny General Hospital. Kathleen would like to say thank you to everyone who supported it in any way. Congratulations must also go to everyone who was involved in making the book sale such a fantastic success.

Aileach Women’s Group

The next meeting will take place tonight, (Wednesday ) April 30 at 8pm in Burt GAA Club.

Coffee Morning

A Coffee Morning in aid of the Alzheimer’s Association will be held in Burt Hall on Saturday, May 3 from 12.30 – 2.30pm. It is being organised by the Burns family in Burt. Your support would be very much appreciated.

Auction

An auction in aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research will be held on Sunday, May 6 at 6pm in Tully’s Bar, Carndonagh. There will be signed football shirts, holidays etc. Please support this very worthy cause. Your support would be very much appreciated.

Inch Lake Golf Open

Inch Lake Golf Open at Foyle Golf Club on May 24, supported by Inch Island Community Association. Cost is 40 euro per player, covers play. Four course meal and prizes. 20 euro deposit required for registration. Numbers are limited. Contact Denise or Lisa on 9360822.

Irish Dancing Classes

Irish Dancing Classes with McCaul Academy in the Fowler Hall, Tooban on Monday 4.45 – 6pm and in St Aengus National School, Bridgend on Wednesday 3 – 4pm and Thursday 5 – 6.30pm. Beginners of all ages welcome.

john — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:02:52 +0000

Tidy Town

Volunteers for Saturday’s Clean up are asked to assemble at The Leisure Centre Car Park at 11am, Saturday morning, April 3. We urge as many people as possible to help out. Judging for the Tidy Town competition starts in June so it is essential that Buncrana looks its best. There will be refreshments for children as usual in The Four Lanterns after the clean up. Pickers and bags will be provided.

Inishowen Wildlife Club

The above isholding a talk by Lorcan O’Toole ,manager of the Golden Eagle Reintroduction Project, in Dunree Fort Museum on Friday, May 2 at 8pm. Admission free all very welcome.

Buncrana Pantomime Society

We would like to confirm that the Pantomime Ali Baba will take place in January 2009. Details later. There is a change of date for James Kilbane Concert. It’s now Monday, June 23 in St Mary’s Hall.

Oliver, the musical

We are now recruiting for Loiver to be performed in November in St Mary’s Hall. If you are interested in taking part in any way. Please attend an open meeting in the Community Centre.

Sliabh Sneacht Challenge

The annual Sliabh Sneacht Challenge bike race and hill climb for the Eamonn Noone Memorial Perpetual Cup at the North Pole bar takes place on Sunday, May 4 at 2pm. Leisure cyclists, walkers or hill climbers are very welcome. For more information telephone 0749362388.

Final Quiz

The final quiz was held on Thursday night last in O’Flagherty’s bar. Snow Patrol won and the Oxymorons came a very close second. Buncrana Hearts who organise the quiz would like to thank all teams that participated in the quiz, but special mention must go to Snow Patrol, the Oxymorons, the Quarrelsome Foursome, Frivolous Quizers, The Mushroom farmers and Brendan Crummey’s team who changed their name every week. The quiz will recommence after the summer break on Thursday September 18 in O’ Flaherty’s at the usual time.

Camera Club

A meeting of the Camera Club Inishowen will take place Thursday, May 1 in Serenity House, Moville starting at 7.30pm. All welcome to join or to just visit us.

Transport talks

The Inishowen Development Partnership is now consulting with the community throughout Inishowen in order to ascertain transport needs in the peninsula and to draw up an effective plan to address those gaps in transport that impact most on the community. This is part of the Rural Transport Programme which is a national programme that supports the provision of public/community transport in rural areas. The three consultations arranged are as follows: Monday May 12 at 7.30pm, Tullyarvan Mill, Buncrana; Tuesday, May 13 at 7.30pm, Bocan Hall, Culdaff; Wednesday, May 14 at 7.30pm, Quigley’s Point Community Centre. For further information contact Pauline/John at Inishowen Development Partnership at 07493-62218

Cinema

Monday, April 28 to Thursday, May 8 at 8.15pm In Bruges(16). Bingo as usual Friday and Saturday at 9pm. Big prizes paid out on the night.

Buncrana Parish Draw

First Prize 500 euro Devin Callaghan, Clonglash. Promoter 30 euro, Rosemary Doherty. Second Prize 300 euro, Claire McLaughlin, Dunree. Promoter 20 euro. Third Prize 150 euro, Maureen Cuffe. Promoter Bridget McLaughlin 20e uro.

Community Games

This is for athletes under 8 to under 16. Thursday, May 1 at 7pm sharp at Buncrana Leisure Centre.

Inishowen Athletics

Five-km and one-mile races on May 9 for ages between 11 and 16 year old and 5-km walk for walkers and runners. All events start an finish at Culdaff PO. Further details on 0863426698.

Charity Auction

In aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research to be held in Tullys Bar, Carndonagh on Sunday, May 4 starting at 6pm. Many items to be auctioned including a helicopter ride, signed sporting and showband memorabilia, a full day pass to Rally School Ireland, weekend breaks, VIP ticket to Villa Park. Come along and treat yourself or a loved one to a fantastic present while helping a very worthy cause.

Inishowen Gardening Club

A plant sale will be held on Monday, May 26. Venue to be announced.

Inishowen Community Radio

The AGM of Inishowen Community Radio will take place on Thursday, May 8 at 7.30pm in the offices of the Inishowen Development Partnership (formerly IRDL) in Pound Street, Carndonagh. Everyone is welcome to come along to the meeting and, as always, any community group that wishes to become a community group member of the station need only pay their annual 20 euro membership fee. The fee can be paid before the AGM by sending a cheque to Inishowen Community Radio, Unit 4, Pound Street, Carndonagh, or else can be paid on the night.

Irish Seniors Open

Members interested in volunteer work during Irish Seniors Open (Friday, June 20 – Sunday, June 22) should contact the office on 074 93 76119. Also entries a
re now being taken for the Irish Seniors Open Pro-Am. Please submit names to the office on 074 93 73119.

Sponsored Walk

In aid of the Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday, May 18 at 3pm. Leaving Sr Mary Hall Clonmany via Binion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments. A shorter route is also available. Music and Raffle in James Tames at 10.30pm. All cards returned will be entered into a draw. Sponsor cards are available from Eddie on 9376781 or Breege on 9376391. Please support this worthy cause.

Flower Festival

The festival at Loreto House, Linsfort runs from May 2 – 5 next and features world famous florists such as Steve Betts, Karen Sanson, John McDonald, Christine Skipper, Milton Porter, Deborah Richardson, Jane Marsh and Heather Shaw as well as acclaimed Japanese designer Kazihide Egawa. Further information from www.loretoflowerfestival.com or by phoning Michael Doherty on (00 353) 074 93 62204.

Trainees needed

Film trainees and interns from the Inishowen area are needed by the makers of the family drama ‘A Shine of Rainbows’. The movie will be shot in Malin Head in May and June and the producers are now looking for trainees and internships for a range of positions. They will hold interviews in Carndonagh over the next two weeks. Please email your CV to Maria at sorainbows@gmail.com. You can also call 074 9373718 for more information.

Buncrana Nursing Unit

The unit is looking for active volunteers to provide entertainment for a small group of elderly residents, one evening per week. No special ability required. Contact Maria 074 9320300.

Scoil Iosagain

Tesco vouchers, old mobile phones and used ink cartridges wanted. Many thanks.

Buncrana Senior Citizens’ Committee

The committee is presently looking for voluntary drivers for a meals-on-wheels service. Meals are delivered on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. It takes approximately one-and-a-half hours. Drivers are on an 8-week rota system. Please contact Jim 9361666.